Safety manager Jobs in Lexington, KY

Job DescriptionJob Description

Overview : This role is designed for an experienced professional (7+ years) in fire protection and life safety engineering who is skilled at managing projects, interfacing with clients, and mentoring junior team members. As a Project Manager, you will independently oversee projects from initiation through completion, actively engage with clients, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with fire and life safety codes. This role offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic, hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities :

Project Management and Execution

Manage multiple projects independently, including multi-phase assignments, with responsibility for project resources, schedules, and overall delivery.

• Prepare, review, and adjust project plans and budgets as needed, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Lead client-facing communications, site visits, and project meetings, managing both written and verbal correspondence.
• Conduct on-site inspections and code reviews to verify compliance with building, fire, life safety, and accessibility codes.
• Develop detailed code reports and performance-based design solutions, such as fire modeling, egress modeling, and structural fire resistance analyses.
• Serve as the main point of contact on assigned projects, handling day-to-day communications and promptly responding to client needs.

Proposal Development and Contract Management

Develop project scopes, write proposals, and prepare cost estimates in alignment with client and project requirements.

Team Collaboration and Training

Mentor and train entry-level consultants, providing guidance on project processes, client communications, and deliverable standards.

Client and Market Development

Engage in business development by identifying potential clients and cultivating relationships that align with team and office growth goals.

Continuous Improvement and Peer Review

Regularly update project schedules and milestones, communicating adjustments to all project stakeholders.

Qualifications :

Work Environment :

This is a hybrid role, balancing work in the office with field visits to client project sites as needed.

Compensation and Benefits :

Salary range : $100,000 - $160,000 based on experience and qualifications, plus potential for quarterly bonuses. Benefits include PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, profit sharing, and tuition assistance.